1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 201 | 282 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 8 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 474 |
| Investigations | 1 | 8 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | — | — |
| Median reported incident mileage | 77,000 mi | 72,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Chevrolet Suburban | Chevrolet Suburban |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 57 | 51 |
| Visibility | 48 | 21 |
| Tires | 14 | 40 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 11 | 34 |
| Steering | 21 | 20 |
| Power Train | 19 | 12 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 17 | 12 |
| Parking Brake | 0 | 29 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 8 | 18 |
| Electrical failures | 7 | 0 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 19 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 28 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 8 |
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.